Description
Quinoa Salad with Fresh Veggies is a colorful and nutritious dish perfect for any occasion. Bursting with fresh flavors and a delightful crunch, this vibrant salad features protein-packed quinoa combined with crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onions. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a healthy side dish, it’s easy to make and can be customized with seasonal vegetables. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing culinary experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear. In a pot, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- While quinoa cools, chop cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa with chopped veggies. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss gently until well mixed.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg